CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Arkansas is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care under licensed nursing staff supervision in a state-run facility in Benton, AR. The role involves assisting with daily activities, monitoring vitals, and ensuring patient comfort.

You will work rotating 12-hour shifts, with exposure to potential lifting and patient handling, and must maintain Arkansas CNA certification and comply with continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must maintain Arkansas CNA certification.
• Continuing education as mandated by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ADLs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
• Help with mobility needs, repositioning, transferring, and using wheelchairs or walkers.
• Support feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition.
• Measure and record vital signs and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Observe patient condition changes and notify nurses or physicians.
• Document patient information accurately in medical charts or EHRs.
• Set up and clean medical equipment used in patient care.
• Follow infection control protocols to prevent spread of disease.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and common areas.

Skills

ADLs support

Vital signs measurement

Infection control

PPE use

Record-keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Position Information

Position Number: 44071089
County: Saline

Classification: Certified Nursing Assistant – Independent

Class Code: THT01I

Pay Grade: SGS03

Salary Range: $39,171 - $57,973

Position is located at the Arkansas Health Center in Benton, AR. This position starts at the Entry Rate of $18.8322/hour. Employees are required to work rotating shifts and generally work 12 hours. May require lifting and positioning of patients, walking, use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in a state-run healthcare facility, correctional institution, veterans’ home, or other state-operated medical setting. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring patient comfort. CNAs play a crucial role in supporting nursing teams and improving the quality of care for patients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral care.
• Help patients with mobility needs, including repositioning, transferring, and using assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers.
• Support patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition and dietary needs are met.
• Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Observe patients for changes in physical or emotional condition and report concerns to nurses or medical personnel.
• Record and document patient information accurately and timely in medical charts or electronic health records.
• Assist in setting up and cleaning medical equipment used in patient care.
• Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease and ensure a safe healthcare environment.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas to support sanitary conditions.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and nutrition support.
• Ability to accurately measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Understanding of sanitation practices, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and disease prevention.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records and communicate observations effectively.
• Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) protocols, recognizing signs of distress, and alerting medical personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.

Licensure/Certifications

Must maintain an active Arkansas CNA certification and complete required continuing education as mandated by state regulations.OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.